Alternative Dispute Resolution
The court system in Ontario is currently experiencing a severe backlog in cases being processed. Delays are particularly long in both civil and family law […]
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Mediation & Arbitration
Estate Litigation in Blended Family Situations: Challenges and Solutions.
Blended families, composed of spouses with children from prior relationships, are becoming increasingly common in today’s society. While these families offer love and support. They
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Investigations in Municipal Workplaces
Municipalities, just like all employers, have an obligation to investigate complaints of workplace harassment under the Occupational Health and Safety Act as part of their
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Evaluative or Interest Based Mediation
If you want your family law or estate litigation dispute resolved, then mediation can be a fast, cost effective and creative way to do so.
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Mediation: Benefits and Techniques
Over several decades, mediation has proved to be a viable alternative to the traditional litigation process. Mediation offers a variety of benefits to parties involved
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Defamation: Recommendations for Reform.
Defamation law protects reputation from harm caused by false words. The law attempts to balance two conflicting yet fundamental values: protection of reputation and freedom
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Constructive Dismissal and Common Law During COVID-19
Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer unilaterally makes a substantial change to the terms of an employment agreement or demonstrates an intention to no longer
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Court of Appeal Rules on Unenforceability of Termination Clause.
It is well-accepted law that an employee cannot contract out of their termination entitlements under the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”). This principle has often
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CECRA & The Protecting Small Business Act
The Protecting Small Business Act, 2020 (the “Act”) received royal assent and took effect on June 18, 2020. The legislation prevents landlords who have not
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